Moonlight Sonata at Christmas by Candlelight

Moonlight Sonata is being performed by candlelight at Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland on Tuesday 1 December. It's a classical concert, and as the title suggests, the church is lit by candlelight for the evening, which is where the whole thing gets its name and its atmosphere.

The main feature is Beethoven's Moonlight Sonata, one of the most recognisable pieces of piano music there is. It's a classical performance, and the candlelight is part of the setting rather than just a backdrop. The church is in the city centre, so it's an easy one to get to if you're already around town.

One thing that's worth knowing is that it's open to audiences of all ages, so it's not just for the classical crowd — you can bring the whole family along. If you're not usually one for a night of piano, this is a straightforward way to ease in, especially with the candlelight doing a good deal of the heavy lifting.

Doors open at 17:30, and the night wraps up by 18:30, so it's a relatively early one. Tickets start from £20. The venue is Edinburgh New Town Church Of Scotland, City Centre, Edinburgh EH2 2PA.